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Josh Clyne

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Briefing paper

Are GST exemptions fair?: Part one horizontal equity


The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a major feature of the tax system in Australia. Australia’s GST is narrow, with around half of spending untaxed. This paper explores the horizontal equity consequences of these exclusions and discusses the winners and losers from expanding GST to tax all consumption items (broadening the base).

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